Table Tennis: Tangier to Host African Championships from October 18 to 25
Thirty African countries are expected at the Arena Complex in Tangier for a continental competition where Morocco, ranked fifth in Africa, aims to defend its chances against the continent’s best nations.
Morocco is preparing to host a major event in African table tennis. From October 18 to 25, 2026, the Arena Complex in Tangier will host the African Table Tennis Championships, a tournament that will bring together representatives from 30 countries across the continent. Beyond the sporting stakes, this event presents an opportunity for the Kingdom to showcase its ability to organize international sporting events and to elevate the prominence of table tennis within the national sports landscape.
Morocco Among the Medal Contenders
Ranked fifth in Africa, the Moroccan team will approach this event with the ambition to compete with the continent’s top teams. Faced with strong competition on the horizon, Moroccan players will have the chance to gauge their skills, highlight their progress, and represent their national colors in front of a home crowd.
The competition also holds significant importance for the development of the sport in Morocco. The presence of delegations from 30 African countries is expected to serve as a showcase for table tennis and contribute to increasing its visibility among the general public.
Anas Ziati Discusses Preparations
In the lead-up to the competition, Anas Ziati, president of the Royal Moroccan Table Tennis Federation (FRMTT), held a press conference at the Federation’s headquarters in Casablanca. This media meeting provided an opportunity to outline key aspects of the organization, focusing on the sporting, logistical, and organizational components of this continental event.
The goal is to ensure that all necessary conditions are in place for the smooth running of the championships, from welcoming participating delegations to preparing the facilities and coordinating various stakeholders. The mobilization of involved parties is a crucial factor in ensuring the successful execution of the competition.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of effective communication around this event, which is expected to capture the attention of sports media and the public throughout its duration.
Media at the Heart of the Initiative
Several Moroccan media outlets participated in this communication phase, including Arryadia and Radio Mars, demonstrating the interest in this continental gathering.
Radio Mars also invited Anas Ziati to its show “Makaynch Ghi Lkora,” dedicated to sports news. This appearance allowed for a discussion of the implications of the African Championships, the preparations made by the Federation, and the prospect of hosting such a competition in Morocco.
This media presence is a vital lever for promoting the discipline, presenting the ambitions of the national team, and bringing table tennis closer to the Moroccan public.
Tangier, A Showcase for African Sports
By hosting the African Championships, Tangier is contributing to Morocco’s opening to major continental sporting events. For one week, the Arena Complex will be at the center of African table tennis news, featuring matches that will pit participating delegations against one another.
For the Royal Moroccan Table Tennis Federation, the stakes go beyond mere sporting results. The success of this event will also depend on the quality of the organization, the welcome extended to delegations, and the ability to enhance visibility for the sport.
With just days to go before the opening match, all eyes are now on Tangier, where Morocco will seek to turn home-field advantage into sporting success while showcasing the country’s organizational expertise.
